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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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